Pokémon (1997)
Pokémon is streaming in Japan on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, U-NEXT.
The verdict
Pokémon lands among the stronger Japanese series on offer right now. It carries an 8.0/10 on TMDB across 2,262 ratings — comfortably clear of the pack. In Japan you can stream it on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, U-NEXT.
Is it worth starting?
This is 25 seasons deep — Japanese animation with action & adventure threaded through. Starting now means a backlog — worth knowing before you press play.
- Why
- It rates 8.0/10 on 2,262 ratings so far — a strong early showing.
- Skip if
- you don't want to start something several seasons deep
- Best for
- A long run rather than a single sitting
Story
Join Ash accompanied by his partner Pikachu, as he travels through many regions, meets new friends and faces new challenges on his quest to become a Pokémon Master.
Good to know
| Genre | Animation / Action & Adventure |
| Language | Japanese |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Cast
Where to watch in Japan
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 2026-09-20 — platforms may change over time.
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